# Botanical Canadian Whiskys The Forager by Forty Creek is a Botanical-Infused Spirit By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-05-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-forager-by-forty-creek References: [newswire](https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/forty-creek-distillery-launches-the-forager-the-world-s-first-botanical-canadian-whisky-872047312.html) & [camparigroup](https://www.camparigroup.com/en) The Forager by [Forty Creek](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maplewood-select) is being introduced as a category-defying innovation and the world's first botanical Canadian whisky. Inspired by the natural elements of Canada's wilderness, the [botanical-infused sprit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/willoe-gin) is described as light and fresh yet complex, and enjoyable as a [full-flavored substitute to gin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-wildfire-expedition). The product is made with Canadian whisky that's aged initially for three years, plus hand-picked Canadian botanicals like juniper berries, spruce tips, mugwort and sweet fern, which are added before the additional aging process takes place. The Forager is said to have the flavors of herbal tea and a peppery finish, plus an aroma of fresh-cut pine and candied citrus. Forty Creek recommends appreciating The Forager over ice with tonic and a slice of lemon. Image Credit: Campari Canada ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Botanical-infused Spirits:** The emergence of botanical-infused spirits presents an opportunity for distillers and mixologists to create unique and flavorful liquor experiences. - **Category-defying Innovation:** Introducing category-defying innovations like The Forager by Forty Creek can help brands stand out in a crowded market by offering something truly unique to consumers. - **Whisky and Gin Hybridization:** The trend of creating hybrid whiskys with gin-like botanicals could appeal to gin drinkers looking to explore new flavor profiles, as well as traditional whisky enthusiasts seeking something different. ### Where This Applies - **Liquor Distilling:** Distillers can leverage botanicals and creative flavor profiles to differentiate their spirits and tap into the growing demand for unique and memorable drinking experiences. - **Mixology:** Mixologists can experiment with botanical-infused spirits like The Forager by Forty Creek to push the boundaries of cocktail creation and offer customers a truly one-of-a-kind drinking experience. - **Hospitality:** Bartenders and hospitality businesses can cater to the growing demand for craft and artisanal drinks by creating menus that feature botanical-infused spirits and unique flavor profiles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wilderness-Inspired Canadian Whisky](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bearface.md) - [Limited-Edition Fall-Evoked Whiskies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maplewood-select.md) - [Spicy Canadian Whiskies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honey-spiced-whisky.md) - [Herbaceous Floral Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fielden-hazybower.md) - [Cherrywood-Inspired Whiskies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cherrywood-reserve.md) - [Premium Gin Liqueurs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-gin-liqueur.md) - [Artful Nature-Inspired Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-tale-of-the-forest.md) - [Botanical-Infused Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anora-group.md) - [Cask-Matured Gin Spirits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/islay-cask-matured-gin-range.md)